In the following video we will be talking about what was discovered in Antarctica that no one was supposed to see. Watch the video to find out more and enjoy!
Lost Secrets of the Aztecs: Uncovering the Mysteries of the Mexica Grandmaster Triple Alliance
The Aztecs are one of the most iconic and fascinating ancient civilizations in the world. Their origins, rise to power, and eventual downfall are shrouded in mystery, making them a subject of great interest and study for historians and archaeologists alike. One of the most significant events in Aztec history was the formation of the Triple Alliance, which propelled them to become one of the most dominant powers in Mesoamerica.
The origins of the Aztecs are a matter of debate among scholars, with different theories and hypotheses proposed over the years. According to Aztec mythology, their ancestors were a group of people who migrated from a place called Aztlan in search of a new homeland. After years of wandering, they finally settled in the Valley of Mexico, where they founded the city of Tenochtitlan in the 14th century.
However, some scholars believe that the Aztecs were not originally from Aztlan, but rather from the region around the Valley of Mexico itself. They argue that the Aztecs were one of several ethnic groups that lived in the area and that they gradually rose to power over time, eventually becoming the dominant force in the region.
Regardless of their origins, the Aztecs were a formidable force by the time they formed the Triple Alliance in the 15th century. The alliance was a military and political pact between the Aztecs, the Texcocans, and the Tepanecs, which allowed them to pool their resources and expand their territories.
Under the leadership of the Aztec emperor Moctezuma I, the Triple Alliance went on a massive military campaign, conquering neighboring states and expanding their empire. The alliance was also a key factor in the Aztecs' ability to resist the Spanish invasion in the 16th century, as their combined forces were able to repel the Spanish armies for several years.
The concept of the Triple Alliance was based on the idea of mutual benefit and cooperation, with each member state contributing to the alliance in their own way. The Aztecs provided military might and resources, the Texcocans provided knowledge and culture, and the Tepanecs provided political influence and leadership.
The legacy of the Aztecs and the Triple Alliance continues to fascinate and inspire us today. Their achievements in architecture, art, and culture are still visible in the ruins of their ancient cities, and their story serves as a reminder of the power of cooperation and unity in the face of adversity.
What Scientists Just Discovered In Canada Terrified Them
Do you know that 80% of the land in Canada is inhabited? Despite having stunning mountain views, and breathtaking lakes, forests, and prairies, the Canadian lands are unpopulated. It's the second largest country in the world which is inhabited due to its geography and extremely unsuitable climate for humans.But what if we told you that recently, something shocking was discovered in Canada that left the Scientists reeling? Join us as we dive into the intriguing details of what shook them to their core and let’s uncover the mystery as to why most of the area is abandoned like the ugly duckling!
Graham Hancock’s Theory about Ancient Civilizations | Joe Rogan
In the following video we will be explaining Graham Hancock’s theory about ancient civilizations. Enjoy!
9 Strange Deep Ocean Creatures Found by Japan's ROVs
Japan's waters are home to rich and diverse marine ecosystems: today we take a look at just nine of the many bizarre animals that live deep below in unique ROV (remotely operated vehicle) encounters. Enjoy!
3 True Extremely Weird Oceanic Historical Stories That'll Creep You Out
The modern era of ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) has revolutionized mankind's ability to view natural environments of deep bodies of water, however, there are plenty of strange occurrences in oceanic history that must be remembered. These are three true stories of bizarre incidents in sea history:
• The USS Stein Giant Squid/Unidentified Sea Creature Attack (1978)
• St. Augustine Florida Blob Washed Ashore (1896)
• USS Scorpion Disappearance (1968)
These stories are meant to both inform and entertain you on some of the ocean's eeriest and absolute weirdest histories.
Three highly bizarre sea histories to fall asleep to-- scp creepypasta vintage retro horror creepy old school giant octopus cephalopod narration history thalassophobia military navy submechanophobia veteran memorial sailor submariner
Vikings vs Native Americans
In this video, we explore the story of Leif Erikson and his journey to North America. As the son of the famous Norse explorer Erik the Red, Leif inherited a love of adventure and a desire to discover new lands. In the year 1000, he set out with a group of fellow Vikings on a journey that would lead them across the Atlantic and into the unknown.
After a long and treacherous voyage, Leif and his crew landed on the shores of present-day Newfoundland, Canada. They called the land "Vinland" and established a settlement there, making them the first Europeans to permanently reside in North America.
But the settlement was short-lived, as the Vikings encountered hostile Native American tribes and struggled to survive in the harsh, unfamiliar environment. Despite the challenges they faced, Leif and his men persevered and left a lasting legacy as the pioneers of the New World.
Join us as we delve into the history of Leif Erikson and the Vikings' journey to America. Stick around to learn more about this fascinating chapter in history.
10 Animals You're So Glad Are Extinct
Whether they were dangerous, creepy, or just plain weird, their absence is generally considered a good thing for humans and the environment. By studying the reasons behind their extinction, we can better understand the impact that humans have on the natural world and the importance of conservation efforts to protect endangered species.
Ancient and Medieval Japan, Korea, and Vietnam: A Complete Overview
Ancient and Medieval Japan, Korea, and Vietnam is a complete overview of these 3 East Asian states from their formation until around 1500. We will go through the Japanese Ancient (Jomon, Yayoi, and Kofun), Classical (Asuka, Nara, Heian), and Feudal (Kamakura, Muromachi) periods, before heading to Korea and Vietnam, and the links they all had with China.
Discovered a Mysterious Object That Could Change History
Get ready for an exciting journey as we explore the world of mysterious objects and unearthed treasures that could potentially change the course of history. In this captivating video, we delve into the stories of mystic discoveries and the dedicated archaeologists who have unveiled them. From the enigmatic "Pascaline" invented by Blaise Pascal, to an astounding find in the desert, to the fabled Stone of Destiny, and the hidden treasures of the Vikings - we cover it all!
First modern human remains discovered in Europe
Bone remains of the earliest Homo sapiens to walk the European continent have been found by researchers digging in a cave in Bulgaria. This new record holder beats the previous one by 2,500 years and dates back to 45,000 years. The inhabitants of Bacho Kiro Cave don't seem to have been in Europe for very long, yet they might have left a lasting impression.
One of the more well-liked theories for how anatomically modern humans left Africa contends that they crossed into the Middle East 50,000 years ago before starting to expand into Europe. This finding supports that hypothesis because it would perfectly fit the chronology.
There were numerous stone ornaments and utensils inside the cave as well. These provided additional proof of the precise time in which these people lived since they were crafted from high-quality flint that they had traveled significant distances to acquire and had been honed in ways unique to the Early Upper Paleolithic.
The authors hypothesized that these early visitors from the Middle East may have affected the Neanderthals based on the similarities between some of the decorations discovered, including jewelry made from animal teeth, and objects discovered in Neanderthal sites thousands of years later.
Of course, it's important to remember that Neanderthals were already independent for a time, producing tools and jewelry among other things. They might have been impacted by the arrivals, but that doesn't guarantee it. This new civilisation may have been merely a blip on their Paleolithic radar, as the Neanderthals were eventually supplanted by later arriving Homo-Sapiens, known as the Aurignacian culture.
The highly debatable assertion that a 210,000-year-old skull belonged to an anatomically contemporary human was discovered in Greece some time ago is another. That discovery, however, was unable to definitively identify the species to which the skull in question belonged.
The discovery in Bulgaria also adds a puzzling chapter to the history of humanity because, despite some interbreeding with their neighbors, the people who made up this group were not among the modern humans that eventually displaced the Neanderthals. The inhabitants of Bacho Kiro Cave were a few thousand years late to the party because that latter group only emerged 43,000 years ago at most.
For whatever reason, their endeavor to colonize Europe either failed, was too small in scale and scope to contribute to the extinction of the Neanderthals, or was unsuccessful in some other way. Future study will be very intriguing in trying to figure out why this is.
Filthy Secrets of Ancient Greece’s Greatest Leaders
Ancient Greece was in many ways a pretty amazing place. It was the birthplace of democracy, home to many architectural wonders. The philosophy of Aristotle and Plato helped push the boundaries of how we understood the world. Math and science flourished, and so did theater and the arts. But it also had a seedy underbelly that isn’t talked about so often, and rulers who were less savory than many people think. Let’s dive into some of their filthy secrets!
The Most Evil Scientists Throughout History
In the darkest recesses of history, where the shadows of human curiosity intertwine with the chilling specter of immorality, lie tales of brilliant minds corrupted by their insatiable thirst for knowledge. These are the stories of the most evil scientists throughout history, whose twisted experiments and unhinged ambition left a chilling legacy on humanity's collective conscience. Join us on this terrifying journey as we explore the macabre secrets lurking beneath the veneer of scientific progress and delve into the minds of those who dared to cross the thin line between genius and madness.
Mysterious Underwater Cities That Were Found
Many cities around the world are in the process of sinking, making their way closer and closer to the depths of the ocean, however, some places and towns are already beneath the water just waiting to be explored. These are the Top 10 Mysterious Underwater Cities That Were Found!
Australia Discovers a Rare 95-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Skull
In Australia, researchers have unearthed the first nearly complete sauropod skull ever discovered. The long-necked creature, known as "Ann," is just the fourth specimen of the Diamantinasaurus matildae species to be discovered.
An illustration of Diamantinasaurus matildae Elena Marian / Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History
Such a discovery is "quite rare," lead researcher Stephen Poropat of Curtin University in Australia told Donna Lu of the Guardian. Finding a skull at all was "really amazing, but getting so much of one that had been preserved was even more amazing."
The 95-million-year-old fossil is now providing new information about how dinosaurs might have crossed continents. Poropat and his coworkers highlight the similarities between Ann and another sauropod found in Argentina and detailed in 2016 in a paper released last week in Royal Society Open Science. The authors speculate that during the middle Cretaceous, these dinosaurs might have crossed Antarctica to get from South America to Australia.
"The window between 100 and 95 million years ago was one of the warmest in Earth's geologically recent history, meaning that Antarctica, which was more or less where it is now, had no ice," adds Poropat in a release. At the time, a southern landmass known as Gondwana united Australia, Antarctica, New Zealand, and South America. Antarctica was forested and may have made a desirable home or travel route for roving sauropods in that environment.
The new skull of D. matildae resembles Sarmientosaurus musacchioi, an Argentinian dinosaur, almost exactly. According to the statement, the new fossil supports the theory that these two dinosaurs were close relatives because of similarities in the region of the skull that surrounds the brain, the bones at the back end of the jaw joint, and the curved and conical teeth.
Matthew Lamanna, a paleontologist at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History who was not involved in the current study but contributed to the description of S. musacchioi in 2016, says of the paper, "This is a remarkably detailed and information-packed paper." The skulls of Sarmientosaurus from southern South America and Diamantinasaurus, which are both of similar age, share some startling similarities.
These two reptiles were titanosaurs, which were large sauropods that existed between 66 and 145 million years ago. Some titanosaurs may reach lengths of 123 feet, making them among the biggest land animals to have ever lived. D. matildae, on the other hand, was medium-sized, reaching a height of around 65 feet and a maximum weight of about 27 tons (54,000 pounds). Ann, according to researchers, was about 50 feet long from head to tail.
More information about D. matildae is being uncovered thanks to Ann's finding. One benefit is that researchers may now make a rough reconstruction of the dinosaur's face. According to the Guardian, paleontologists believe the animal browsed for vegetation at various heights because of its rounded nose, as opposed to always grazing close to the ground.
According to the announcement, Ann is not only the first Diamantinasaurus fossil discovered with a well preserved skull, but it is also the first fossil of the species with a preserved rear foot. Large titanosaur limb bone fossils can mostly withstand degradation, but their relatively diminutive skulls are much more difficult to find. According to Poropat in the Conversation, sauropod skulls may have made excellent prey for predators since they are made of delicate bones held together by soft tissue.
The skull's fragments and the animal's back leg bones were discovered during Ann's excavation in 2018, which covered an area of around 100 square feet. However, Poropat told the Guardian that after a volunteer discovered a bone that turned out to be a component of the brain case, "that then made all the other bits fall into place."
What was the Earth like at the time of the Giant Insects ? | Documentary History of the Earth
Have you ever come face to face with a dragonfly the size of a hawk?
If you had walked on the surface of the Earth in the Carboniferous period, it could have happened. When people talk about gigantism, they tend to think of the famous dinosaurs that roamed the Earth during the Jurassic, 150 million years ago. However, dragonflies, millipedes, spiders and even scorpions once reached exceptional sizes. This amazing evolution is due to the constraints imposed by the living environment.
But how did insects so small reach such large dimensions? And why did they become extinct?
Great Pyramids & Atlantis on 7,000 Year Ancient Relic? Ancient Egypt is Far Older Than They Say
According to our textbooks, the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt was built 4500 years ago, or in 2500 BC. However, they did not know that with absolute certainty because there are far too many unanswered questions and mysteries surrounding the ancient Egyptians. Let’s travel back to the past!
One of history's most perplexing mysteries rises from the Sahara in Egypt. Its stone eyes peer out of a nearly human-like face, surveying a land of ancient tombs and endless sand. It has withstood the ravages of time and witnessed the rise and fall of civilizations for millennia. Even after hundreds of years, the Great Sphinx of Giza remains a mystery. The Sphinx reveals another layer of mystery just as we think we've cracked its eternal riddles.
How Alexander the Great’s Tomb Was Stolen
It remains one of the most successful and significant thefts in history. In late 321 BC, a carefully-constructed plot was put into operation that would spark years of bloody conflict between rival warlords.
The target of the operation was Alexander the Great’s elaborate funeral carriage, designed as a miniature and gold-adorned mobile temple, and the conqueror’s talismanic corpse housed within.
Ptolemy and Perdiccas were at loggerheads. The former was the new governor of Egypt. The latter was the all-powerful regent of Alexander’s empire, whose authority theoretically stretched from Afghanistan to the Aegean.Both knew that war between them was all-but-inevitable. Rather than wait, Ptolemy aimed to provoke it on his terms – a pre-emptive strike. It was a huge risk, but one the governor believed he had to take if he would have any chance of victory.
At the end of 321 BC, Alexander the Great’s funeral carriage was heading west from Babylon to the Mediterranean. Perdiccas, who was then stationed in Pisidi, central Anatolia, with the royal army, wanted to take the body back to Macedonia. Returning with the dead king’s body to his homeland, and with the royal army in tow, was a key part of his grand plan to seize the throne.
But Ptolemy had other ideas. He wanted the body to come to Egypt, and he had prepared for this in advance. Colluding with Arrhidaeus, the general in command of the cortege’s escort, and Archon, the governor of Babylonia, they arranged to hijack the body and fatally damage Perdiccas’ grand imperial plans.
In late 321 BC they put the plan in motion. Upon arriving in Syria, Arrhidaeus and the funeral cart turned south towards Egypt. The theft was on. The thieves had a head start, but speed was not a luxury afforded to them. Even with the best suspension the ancients could create, the progress of the great carriage was painfully slow.
It was not long before Perdiccas received word of the cart’s new course and sent a special light-armed task force in pursuit. Its purpose: to retrieve the carriage and its precious cargo – by force if necessary. The chase was on.
In this documentary, Dr Chris Naunton and Tristan Hughes discuss the events of this great heist in antiquity.
What Is Found At The Dried Up Euphrates River Shocked Scientists
The Euphrates River has long been a symbol of life and abundance in the Middle East, shaping the destiny of nations and cultures. But now, its once-mighty waters have receded, revealing a startling new reality. As the river's secrets are laid bare, a wave of panic and confusion grips the region, leaving many wondering what the future holds. From ancient myths to modern science, join us on a journey that will take you through the heart of one of the world's most iconic rivers, as we uncover the shocking truth behind its sudden disappearance and the ominous forces that may be at work.
New Discovery At The Grand Canyon That Scares Scientists
The Grand Canyon is a wonder. When you think "national park," that's the first place that comes to mind. While this site might be one of the most Instagrammed places on Earth, we can't forget that it's also one of the most mysterious places. The Grand Canyon has long been a site of spiritual sites and ancient stories, with many of them still unexplained today. The rocks that make up the canyon's walls have been around for millions of years and contain secrets from an era we may never be able to fully understand. From the indigenous tribes who once used it as a home to the countless species of animals that live there, the Grand Canyon is truly a mystery like no other, and well, it's gotten even crazier. There's been a recent discovery at the Grand Canyon, and it's so insane that it's even got the scientists terrified. Join us as we get to the bottom of what this discovery was and how it could change everything!
